Lagoon Expansion Project CWSRF No. C461278-03

The Town of Hermosa, located in Codington County, South Dakota, is soliciting sealed bids for the Hermosa Lagoon Expansion Project (CWSRF No. C461278-03), with proposals due on December 2, 2024, at 2:00 P.M. at the Town Offices. The base bid encompasses comprehensive infrastructure development, including construction of a pump station, installation of various pipe systems (4" to 12" in SDR 11, CL-54 D.I., and SCH-80 PVC), 4' diameter manholes, flow meters, pumps, controls, and associated accessories. The project involves substantial earthwork, including 36,738 cubic yards of cut volume, 19,209 cubic yards of fill volume, a 189,000 square foot Bentonite Liner, and 700 cubic yards of gravel driveways. Additional project components include fence installation, conduit work, soil erosion control, and grass restoration. A pre-bid conference is scheduled for November 20, 2024, at 2:00 P.M., and bidders must submit a bid bond or certified check for 5-10% of the bid amount.

The project has specific participation goals for minority and women's business enterprises, requiring 1.0% MBE and 4.0% WBE participation. Bidders must comply with Davis-Bacon wage rates, American Iron and Steel provisions, and Equal Employment Opportunity requirements. The project may be partially funded through American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds and a State Revolving Fund (SRF) contract. The project is scheduled to commence by April 1, 2025, and be completed by October 31, 2025, with liquidated damages of $12,500 and $100 per day for substantial completion delays. Bid documents are available for a $120 refundable deposit or $10 non-refundable charge for a flash drive, with no fee for South Dakota bidders. While a specific total project budget is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the infrastructure improvements suggests a significant municipal investment in expanding and enhancing the town's lagoon and associated infrastructure systems.